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Agility 125 / Re: Am i taking too much risk.
« on: March 18, 2014, 07:10:22 PM »
Mine has never failed to fire up even with early morning temps hovering the freezing mark.
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Agility 125 / Oil Change, Forgot To Reinstall The Screen
« on: March 18, 2014, 07:06:40 PM »
I was not paying full attention and did not notice the screen fell into catch jar until having oil recycled. Out of the eight of so oil changes I have done there has never been any debris in the filter screen. Would it be OK to run without until next change is due?
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General Discussion / Re: How many miles on your Kymco scooter ?
« on: February 18, 2014, 08:48:28 PM »
7,700 miles
2009 Agility 125
Bought new spring 2011
About 10 self performed oil changes
about 4 self performed diff oil changes
Recently adjusted rear brake since lever was now coming too close to grip
Original CST rear tire about to be replaced most likely by a City Grip
Still fires up instantly, idles fine and runs like new on factory valve settings
Dealer created electrical problem replacing a faulty speedo under warranty that caused fuses to blow constantly. This also caused brake light failure rendered electric start inoperable. Now know how to efficiently kick it
Got water in fuel system due to over aggressive washing and had to let idle for a couple hours to clear out
No other issues other than minor crash damage due to being rear ended by a truck
2009 Agility 125
Bought new spring 2011
About 10 self performed oil changes
about 4 self performed diff oil changes
Recently adjusted rear brake since lever was now coming too close to grip
Original CST rear tire about to be replaced most likely by a City Grip
Still fires up instantly, idles fine and runs like new on factory valve settings
Dealer created electrical problem replacing a faulty speedo under warranty that caused fuses to blow constantly. This also caused brake light failure rendered electric start inoperable. Now know how to efficiently kick it
Got water in fuel system due to over aggressive washing and had to let idle for a couple hours to clear out
No other issues other than minor crash damage due to being rear ended by a truck
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Agility 125 / Rear Tire Mounting
« on: February 18, 2014, 08:29:20 PM »
Now at about 7,000 miles my original CST rear is in need of replacing. My local dealer who is a Kymco dealer has given me the shocking news that they want $160 to instal a new tire. I was anticipating about $40 or so less than that including the new rubber. Is this labor charge reasonable?
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Agility 125 / Re: Agility 125 Reliability/Quality, Etc.
« on: November 07, 2012, 05:30:05 PM »
Have a 2009 bought new year and a half ago with about 7,000km on it. No problems at all. Get about 70MPG. Starts first push of button almost every time even in 50 degree morning temps. Highly recommend for inexpensive, reliable, cost effective to run scoot. I have been quoted as saying "85% the quality of a Honda or Yamaha for 65% the price".
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Agility 125 / Re: One week old Agility 125 -- trouble starting??
« on: November 07, 2012, 05:25:07 PM »
My 2009 owned for year and a half has not given any problems starting even in 45-50 degree chilly mornings outside. Usually starts with one push of button, or on rare occasions a second quick stab.
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Technical | How To / Re: Agility 125 Fuse
« on: June 30, 2012, 01:50:56 AM »
They are working on finding problem now. Not a lot of dealers to choose from here in the desert. I know they messed it up somehow. When I picked it up Saturday my fuel gauge was acting erratic. Then after filling tank needle went to full and stayed there even after 50 miles. When fuse blows it drops as low as possible.
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Technical | How To / Re: Agility 125 Fuse
« on: June 29, 2012, 04:36:50 PM »I truly believe that in replacing my speedo and other major plastic parts the new service tech (kid) at the shop did something wrong. I had zero problems for a year and now it blows fuses. Really concerned now because brake light does not function without full electrical system. Service manager is insinuating that the work they performed would not have caused this. This is the same man that told me to try a 15A and after replacing the first blown fuse (7A) with one of the on board spares put a 20A in it's place!
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Technical | How To / Agility 125 Fuse
« on: June 28, 2012, 07:45:05 PM »
After a year I finally got my few cosmetic plastic parts issues repaired under warranty. Picked up scooter Saturday. Sunday morning it would not start. Have had no problems prior to service being performed. Do now have a fuel gauge problem as it constantly reads full no mater how much fuel is used. Service manager (whom is a little lacking in IQ IMHO) tells me to try a 15A. Manual calls for a 7A. Can I try an 8A to get me by until they can take it back in to trouble shoot? If 8 is permissible I assume 10A would be overkill. It is blowing through 7A fuses constantly.
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People GT 300i / Re: thanks for the People GT300i slot
« on: October 23, 2011, 11:51:22 PM »Perhaps, some photos would be a good starting point...We love photos!https://picasaweb.google.com/105893937491000655510/2011KymcoPeopleGTi300
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Agility 125 / Re: Break-In
« on: July 28, 2011, 11:10:49 PM »
I'm done with it. Varied speeds, but did not baby. Runs great daily and after a few petrol oil changes went to Amsoil a couple hundred miles back. No modifications planned.
Really eyeing the red 2012 Iron my self
Really eyeing the red 2012 Iron my self
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General Discussion / Re: Tell me about scooter tires
« on: July 28, 2011, 10:37:51 PM »it gets slick quick.Try to not ride during the first 10 to 15 minutes of rain fall. The initial water mixes with accumulated dirt and oil on the road and forms a very dangerous slick layer. After raining a short bit most of it is washed to side of road or down storm drains.
As far as changing a tire at home I think it is very difficult and shops use a special machine I think. Hand tools could far too easily damage rim and thus create sealing issues. IMHO condition (void of sidewall cracks, gouges, and worn spots) is more important than actual tire brand. There are of course some tires that are better in the wet than others, but in a lot of instances a careless move that will cause you to go down will most likely cause this situation with any tire.
Kenda's are not all bad. Costlier tires are better.
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Agility 125 / Re: oil strainer
« on: July 24, 2011, 09:27:26 PM »
Helpful hints that may help from my experience with it:
Drain into a plastic jar with wide mouth and lid. Makes taking to recycle easy. I ask for mine back every time.
If spring and or strainer falls into jar, no biggie. I use a plastic picnic fork to simply fish it out then clean.
Be careful not to cross-thread going back in. It is a little tricky to get started due to spring tension.
If engine is same as my 2009 it will only take 26 to 27 oz of oil to refill. A small long (12" or so) funnel worked better for me than short wide opening one.
Drain into a plastic jar with wide mouth and lid. Makes taking to recycle easy. I ask for mine back every time.
If spring and or strainer falls into jar, no biggie. I use a plastic picnic fork to simply fish it out then clean.
Be careful not to cross-thread going back in. It is a little tricky to get started due to spring tension.
If engine is same as my 2009 it will only take 26 to 27 oz of oil to refill. A small long (12" or so) funnel worked better for me than short wide opening one.
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General Discussion / Re: Scooter Fatality!
« on: July 24, 2011, 09:17:56 PM »
My sincere condolences 
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General Discussion / Re: Tell me about scooter tires
« on: July 24, 2011, 09:15:17 PM »
Nothing wrong with Kenda's IMO. Unless getting cheap China tires that circumvent testing and certifications like "DOT" then you should be AOK. Blow out's should not be a concern if checking tread and side-walls for any visible issues. This is easily done when checking weekly air pressures.
These will probably go on my Agility 125 when I get to point it needs new shoes;
http://www.bikebandit.com/kenda-k413-scooter-tire
Good Luck... and happy scooting :~)
These will probably go on my Agility 125 when I get to point it needs new shoes;
http://www.bikebandit.com/kenda-k413-scooter-tire
Good Luck... and happy scooting :~)